by Jonathan Carothers | Apr 17, 2018 | Meet the Doctors
Eric Jukes, MD,is a general surgeon SLMA. He is dedicated to making his patients feel comfortable and pain free. Why did you choose to go into the medical field? My mother worked for 4 surgeons when I was growing up. I loved science, biology and math. What is...
by Jonathan Carothers | Apr 15, 2018 | Health Tips
Ready to spring forward? For most of us, the time change makes our already tired bodies even more groggy. In our fast-paced world, it’s difficult to get enough sleep even without losing an hour. Are there ways to get the rest you need? Thankfully, the answer is...
by Jonathan Carothers | Apr 5, 2018 | Health Tips
April is Autism Awareness Month! As the number of children diagnosed with autism continues to rise, learning more about the disorder and raising awareness becomes increasingly important. Get started now by discovering more about autism and what you can do to get...
by rally | Mar 25, 2018 | Health Tips
Sports are a great way for kids and teens to be active, have fun and develop social skills, but they also can lead to injuries. Enjoying the benefits of sports while reducing the risk of injury is important for athletes of all ages. Let’s explore some of the most...
by rally | Mar 5, 2018 | Health Tips
Noticing blood in your stool is scary. Although it’s often due to something that’s easy to treat, it could be a sign of a more serious condition—like colorectal cancer. Learning about this type of cancer and what to look for can help you lower your risk factors...
by rally | Feb 26, 2018 | Health Tips
You sprain your ankle, have a fever or experience difficulty breathing; do you know where to go for the most appropriate treatment? There are three basic options when you need medical care: Your primary care physician (PCP), An urgent care center or The...
by rally | Feb 10, 2018 | Health Tips
Burn injuries are one of the leading causes of accidental injuries and death in the United States. In an effort to reduce these painful injuries, the American Burn Association names the first week of February Burn Awareness Week. This is a great time to increase your...
by rally | Feb 1, 2018 | Health Tips
Red, pink and white hearts are showing up everywhere, along with teddy bears, love notes and, of course, chocolate. Rich and indulgent, chocolate is usually considered bad for you, but certain kinds of chocolate may actually provide health benefits when...
by rally | Jan 21, 2018 | Health Tips
When you visit the doctor or go to the hospital, you expect to receive treatment to improve your health. And this is what happens most of the time; doctors, nurses and other healthcare staff work hard to care for patients and provide excellent care. But healthcare is...
by rally | Jan 14, 2018 | Health Tips
Where do you turn if you have a persistent cough, feel anxious or depressed, sprain your ankle or develop a rash? The best person to go to is your primary care physician or PCP. They can diagnose and treat a range of medical conditions and refer you to the proper...
by rally | Jan 2, 2018 | Health Tips
It’s that time of year again—as the new year approaches, you may be one of the many people thinking about setting a New Year’s resolution. But how do you make your resolution goals attainable? It’s so easy to set grand goals at the start of the year, only to leave...
by rally | Dec 20, 2017 | Health Tips
The holidays are a wonderful time of the year filled with family, friends, food, celebrations and, unfortunately, hazards. If you have a small child in your home, the holidays require extra vigilance to protect your family. Being proactive by learning about common...
by rally | Dec 12, 2017 | Health Tips
It’s exciting to make New Year’s resolutions and imagine the possibilities of losing weight, getting in shape, reducing stress. Then comes the challenge of sticking with the resolution as January drags on, motivation slumps and things come up that distract us. Most of...
by rally | Dec 1, 2017 | Health Tips
We’ve all heard of AIDS, but few of us know much about it. Understanding HIV and AIDS can help you be more supportive of people who have it and reduce your chances for becoming infected. Learn the basics about HIV/AIDS to raise your awareness about this infection....
by rally | Nov 30, 2017 | Health Tips
Living a healthy lifestyle brings to mind many things, like exercise, eating well, and staying hydrated, but knowing your family tree might not be one of the first things you think of. However, creating a family medical history is an important part of a healthy...
